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Practical Law Company
06/27/2013

An intellectual property (IP) and information technology (IT) due diligence request list for use in connection with an M&A transaction. This request list is designed for IP specialists and is specific to IP and IT-related issues. This Standard Document has integrated notes<br />with important explanations and drafting tips.

in connection with an M&A transaction. This request list is designed for IP specialists and is specific to IP and … more about Practical Law Company | practicallaw.com General Most due diligence investigations begin with the … terms]. (g) A description of and copies of the Company’s website and web services security policies and procedures. …
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Practical Law
05/18/2017
25 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) gives a succinct overview of merger control, regulatory framework and regulatory authorities in Singapore.

… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … appeals, joint ventures and proposals for reform. This Q&A is part of the global guide to competition and cartel … the decision on the CCS public register available on its website. In the case of an anticipated merger, the CCS can …
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Jamison Barr - vice president and assistant general counsel, Jenzabar, Inc.; Edward J. Naughton - Holland and Knight, LLP
05/01/2007

Corporate counsel must understand the relevant technology and the risks that it poses, and create, adopt, and enforce a policy that minimizes the risks without causing bigger problems. This article will help you do just that.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… state constitutional or statutory law, or claims that the com- pany is engaged in unfair labor practices, has retali- ated … become much more than that. Technorati, a popular blogging website, de- scribes blogs in this way: A blog, or weblog, is
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Clayton Utz
03/01/2004

This report is an in-depth look at the US-Australia Free Trade Agreement.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia, United States
… Report Author Clayton Utz February 29, 2004 This report is an in-depth look at the US-Australia Free Trade Agreement. … Australian industry through a more certain environment for the export of IP to the US, and increase US understanding … by emailing Phillipa Birkett at pbirkett@claytonutz.com. Free Trade Agreement Report 2 Making the FTA into law by …
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Rodyk & Davidson LLP
03/04/2013
8 pages

An article discussing steps the Singapore Government tried to take to cool the increased rates of real estate.

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Interest Area: Government
Source: Resource Library
Region: Singapore
… an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.rodyk.com MARCH 2013 PROPERTY NOTES ::: AUTHOR ::: LEE Liat Yeang … measures, ranging from increasing the applicable rates for Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) and lowering the … of increase in residential property prices, the Government is resorting to what I term as “ice therapy” to bring down …
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Practical Law Company
03/31/2015
18 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a practical guide of data protection rules and principles, right to access personal data or object to its collection in Argentina.

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Region: Argentina
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … or any of its lawyers, unless so stated. This InfoPAKSM is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject but … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/ or see the “About the …
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Practical Law Company
03/31/2015

This multi-jurisdictional resource provides practical information on cross-border data protection issues, including regulations, data controller obligations, rights to access personal data, international transfer of data, and data processing by third parties.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Singapore, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … or any of its lawyers, unless so stated. This InfoPAKSM is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject but … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/ or see the “About the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/01/2017
Bérubé serves as general counsel of Chemviron S.A., the European head office and subsidiary of Pittsburgh-based active carbon purifying company Calgon Carbon. It’s a fast-paced role, and she feels fortunate to be able to support the company’s European interests as it expands into new markets worldwide.
… Docket Article Curiosity is Key: How Chemviron GC Geneviève Bérubé Transitioned to … … In 2007, Geneviève Bérubé was working as legal counsel for AkzoNobel (a Dutch multinational), when she was given a … purification carafe in the fridge. The filter that you buy contains a bed of active carbon particles with pores that …
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American Bar Association
10/17/2016
40 pages

Alternative litigation finance (“ALF”) refers to the funding of litigation activities by entities other than the parties themselves, their counsel, or other entities with a preexisting contractual relationship with one of the parties, such as an indemnitor or a liability insurer.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… NAT’L L.J., Nov. 30, 2009; Eileen Libby, Whose Lawsuit Is It?: Ethics Opinions Express Mixed Attitudes About … Funding Company, Simpson Thacher Wins $110 Million Verdict for Real Estate Firm in Phoenix Development Dispute, AM. LAW. … 13, 2011, available at http://features.blogs.fortune.cnn.com/2011/06/28/have-you- got-a-piece-of-this-lawsuit-2/; see …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2016
By examining what the fantasy sports industry has done well and what it might have handled differently, we also extrapolate to provide valuable lessons in-house counsel from diverse industries can learn from the fantasy sports meltdown including lessons related to conventional promotions, lobbying, consumer protection expectations, and the use of intellectual property.
… attention that the survival of the fantasy sports industry is not certain. By examining what the fantasy sports industry … and the use of intellectual property. Guidance for conventional contests, sweepstakes, and promotions One … into their games (e.g., game line-up cards distributed online to participants feature images of athletes) and …
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Gerard G. Pecht, Peter Stokes, Mark Oakes, Tara Tune, and John Byron
10/29/2014

A thoughtful article regarding the best ways to manage shareholder activism.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… investing.” Activist investors, by definition, agitate for corporate change through their status as shareholders. … the Program on Corporate Governance at Harvard University, is well known for his commentary in support of shareholder … disclosure and accuses the bidders of engaging in a “rapid buying spree, in order to exploit the Williams Act’s archaic …
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Eric M. Lee, Scott W. Pink
07/01/2002

Do you know how to use the newly developed U.S. Patent and Trademark Office electronic searching and filing systems for patents and trademarks? Read this article to learn how you can expedite the preparation and filing of trademark and patent applications to ensure that your company receives the earliest possible filing date.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… made the next day because Big A's most feared competitor is planning to launch a product with a similar name the … relevant to his practice. He is available at eric_mjee@bd.com. Scott W. Pink is former chair of ACCA's Intellectual … trademark l.php. • U.S. Patent and Trademark Office website has a wealth of infoimation on electronic filing …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/28/2020
We compiled advice that will help foster a stronger rapport with colleagues, no matter their location or time zone.
… Development Source: ACC Docket … As we enter the fifth (or is it the sixth?) month of working remotely, most employees … Not regularly interacting with coworkers. Even with online communication tools (e.g., email, Slack, Zoom, etc.), … with coworkers is difficult when you can‘t go out for lunch or chit chat at their desk. Below, we compiled …
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Frank Fletcher and Keith E. Gottfried
09/01/2011

Would you purchase a car without taking it for a test drive? Would you proceed with an M&A transaction without conducting a thorough due diligence process? No, of course not; however, hasty individuals sometimes make foolish decisions. Learn the fate of MidSize Software Corporation, and consider these questions as you begin M&A due diligence.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… equivalent amount of revenue, which means the stock market is valuing midsize at approximately one times its most recent … services groups. He is available at ffletcher@nero.com. KEITH E. GOTTFRIED is a partner in the Washington, DC … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
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Ted Borris
03/01/2010

Sales are everything in growing IT companies. This realization, plus seven crucial tips, can help new in-house counsel at IT companies become productive, valuable contributors more quickly.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… plays bridge with the CEO. It doesn’t matter. The point is you got the job and you are stoked. You are excited to get … systems. He can be contacted at ted.borris@ quadramed.com. ACC Docket 73 March 2010 down to my decision-making and … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
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Renata Pozzi Kretzmann, LLB from the Pontifí­cia Universidade Católica, Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS), in Brazil and member of the Consumer Rights Research Group at PUCRS
06/22/2015

This Quick Counsel describes the Brazilian Consumer Protection Code which was created with the objective of balancing consumers relationships and to offer protection for those who consume. The Code aims to provide complete protection for the consumers, regulating behavioral and procedural aspects and stipulating rules for the market operation.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil
… balancing consumers relationships and to offer protection for those who consume. The Code aims to provide complete … by the suppliers in the offer or in the advertising is very important because it is the first contact that the … obligation for the supplier in order to protect those who buy goods out of the market after a while. Ceased production …
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Practical Law Company
01/16/2015
31 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a high level overview of property law. The Intellectual Property (IP) in business transactions Q&A gives an overview of maintaining an IP portfolio, exploiting an IP portfolio through assignment and licensing, taking security over IPRs, IP and M&A transactions, and the impact of IP on key areas such as competition law, employees and tax in Australia.

… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … fax +1 202.293.4107 www.acc.com This InfoPAKSM is a guide to intellectual property law in Australia. The IP … each of these IPRs is fully searchable online through this website. 2. What Steps Must a Business Take to Maintain the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/29/2021
Before implementing a new cloud service, learn these terms that appear in these tech-heavy agreements.
… most important concerns in a cloud computing arrangement is the performance of the cloud services, and whether they … attempt to exclude uptime and availability requirements for routine maintenance, emergency work, and force majeure … CSPs to display their standard maintenance plans on their website, and for some contracts to include provisions for
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Alexander Levy, Houser Henry & Syron LLP, Toronto, Canada
04/10/2015

This article offers some considerations for manufacturers and distributors with products in Ontario and some practical suggestions for managing and avoiding expensive and reputation or relationship damaging product liability claims.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada
… Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.primerus.com Product Liability: Overview and Protection Houser Henry & … Tel: 647.694.1180 Fax: 416.362.3757 mhenry@houserhenry.com Website: www.houserhenry.com *Member of Primerus For … Toronto, Canada One of a manufacturer’s greatest worries is an unexpected call about an accident and injuries …
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CMS
05/09/2014

This CMS e-Guide contains an overview of international arbitration practice and chapters on the law and practice of arbitration in the jurisdictions covered. It is equivalent to Volume I of the printed version of the CMS Guide to Arbitration.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Germany, Hong Kong, Singapore, Sweden, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates
… practice of arbitration in the jurisdictions covered. It is equivalent to Volume I of the printed version of the CMS … Editors: Torsten Loercher | Mail: torsten.loercher@cms-hs.com Guy Pendell | Mail: guy.pendell@cms-cmck.com Jeremy … member firm in any manner whatsoever. CMS Legal Services website The information held on the CMS Legal Services …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/01/2015
Corporate counsel and law firms need to prepare for this changed European data protection regime. In particular, lawyers will play significant roles ensuring compliance with the Regulation by confirming that an organization’s policies, procedures, documentation and organizational structures are in accordance with EU law.
… 12/01/2015 Corporate counsel and law firms need to prepare for this changed European data protection regime. InIn a digital age with a free flow of information, it is easy to diminish the value of personal data. The European … include names, identification numbers, location data, online identifiers or other factors related to the physical, …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/19/2009

The George Washington University Paralegal Studies Program course description, including topics, objectives, agenda and readings.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… PROGRAM Course Description Legal Research and Writing is the cornerstone of legal work. As paralegals, you will be … Formulate sound legal research strategies, showing regard for cost-efficiency and time- efficiency * Write clear and … Programs CALI Lessons Students will be given access to the website for the Center for Computer Assisted Legal …
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Dentons
07/14/2022
3 pages

A February 25, 2022 decree clarifies obligations of the Rixain law adopted in France in late 2021. Read some of the details in this article.

… goes further and imposes: In both cases, the publication is done on the company’s website, on the page where the overall rating is posted; the … Partner, Paris D +33 1 42 68 48 61 julie.caussade@dentons.com Katell Déniel-Allioux Partner, Paris D +33 1 42 68 48 32 …
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Global Legal Group
04/10/2024
216 pages

This guide covers key legal issues, rules, and developments regarding fraud and asset tracing across a range of jurisdictions.

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Region: Bermuda, British Virgin Isles, Cayman Islands, China, Cyprus, Guernsey, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Jersey, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Russia, Singapore, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States
… DILIGENCE Door closes on foreign investors www.cdr-news.com April 2024 Commercial Dispute Resolution Contributing … Keith Oliver Peters & Peters Commercial Dispute Resolution is published by:@CDR_Magazine Gain the upper hand in disputes … developments in white-collar crime, please visit the CDR website. Andrew Mizner Editor Commercial Dispute Resolution …
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Patrick Romain -- vice president and senior counsel, Merrill Lynch & Co., Inc.; J. Michael Nolan Jr. -- partner, Pitney, Hardin, Kipp & Szuch LLP; Zachary D. Rosenbaum -- counsel, Pitney, Hardin, Kipp & Szuch LLP
02/01/2002

Your computer department calls, saying, "There is a worm in our system! We have been hacked!" What do you do? Learn how to prepare for and react to intrusions when your company’s systems are attacked.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… 1, 2002 Your computer department calls, saying, "There is a worm in our system! We have been hacked!" What do you … should have a general sense of what types of software your com­ pany uses, where your company's servers are located, … the attack from the outside? Did someone hack into your website, manipulating its appearance? Did the attack occur …
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Practical Law Company
03/31/2015
18 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a practical guide of data protection rules and principles, right to access personal data or object to its collection in the United Arab Emirates.

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Region: United Arab Emirates
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … or any of its lawyers, unless so stated. This InfoPAKSM is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject but … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/ or see the “About the …
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John G. Harrison, Christopher C. Murray, and Jack S. Sholkoff (Ogletree Deakins)
01/17/2024

This article discusses current issues and concerns for employers surrounding the use of arbitration to resolve employment disputes.

… Articles Top 10 Issues for Employers Surrounding the Use of Arbitration to Resolve … costs associated with traditional litigation. But the key is to compare the costs of litigation and arbitration … are acceptable, and that process can be completed online; however, the employer will have an extra burden to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/28/2020
Even with all its ramifications, the coronavirus pandemic has not eliminated the business pressures to get cases resolved, money in the door, and reserves off the books. One solution is mediation or arbitration by videoconference — virtual alternative dispute resolution (ADR).
in the door, and reserves off the books. One solution is mediation or arbitration by videoconference — virtual … including on important substantive topics — by phone or online — and evidence is often presented by video-recorded … other ADR organizations have rules that explicitly provide for such proceedings. JAMS has long offered proceedings …
02/22/2017

Social Media and the In-house Lawyer - Drawing the line and managing the risks - presentation held in Tasmania 22 February 2017.

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Region: Australia
… Tasmania Seminar 22 February 2017 Seminar Overview • What is social media? • What are the key features of social media … and business risks? • Some interactive case studies • Tips for managing the risks Happy to take questions as we go … of hotels and wilderness lodges around Tasmania. Its website includes a forum where customers can provide feedback …
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Bill Mordan
12/01/2014

Recent studies show that when we are part of a collective group (e.g., a group we have joined), we are far less likely to post unique, different or contrarian messages to that group.

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Source: ACC Docket
… on this article? Visit ACC’s blog at www.inhouseaccess.com/ acc-docket. Bill Mordan SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND … You must be very brave to read the “comments” section on a website. While some of the entries are thoughtful or … ignore them by simply not reading the comments, and that is what most people do. It is a shame, however, that a lack …
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